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March 25, 2013

FAITHFUL FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA TO
PARTICIPATE IN THE MARRIAGE MARCH

Thousands are expected to march in the defense of marriage in Washington, D.C.


Faithful from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will take part in the Marriage March to support traditional marriage.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013
8:30 a.m. (Gather at National Mall)
9:30 a.m. (March to Supreme Court)
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Rally at National Mall)
10th and 12th Street NW, and between Madison Drive NW and Jefferson Drive SW
Washington, D.C.


On this day, the Supreme Court will begin hearings in a case that could determine the future of marriage in this country. Marriage is defined by the Church as a sacred covenant between one man and one woman. Catholics are encouraged to support and defend the sacred institution of marriage.

The Marriage March is organized by the National Organization for Marriage (NOM), along with a broad coalition of pro-family organizations, African American, Latino, Catholic, and Protestant leaders.

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Editor's Note: For more information please contact the Office for Family, Life and Laity at 215-587-5630. Additional information can be found at https://www.archdiocese-phl.org/marriagemarch/marriagemarch.php.


Contact
Jhoselyn Martinez
Communications Specialist
215-587-3747

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